Mongalla gazelle

mammal

Also known as: Eudorcas albonotata

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The Mongalla gazelle is a species of gazelle, which are fleet, medium-sized antelopes with slender limbs and level backs. Gazelles are typically tan with white underparts and rump, a dark side stripe, and contrasting facial markings. They are adapted to arid environments and can extract sufficient water from plants.1

The Mongalla gazelle, scientifically known as Eudorcas albonotata, is found in eastern South Sudan and southwestern Ethiopia. It is classified within the genus Eudorcas, which was previously considered part of the genus Gazella. Gazelles are known for their selective feeding habits and efficient water conservation.1

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…the red-fronted gazelle, and the Mongalla gazelle—have become the genus Eudorcas. The Gazella genus as traditionally defined includes eight species that occur only in Africa, five that occur only in Asia, and one species that occurs both in Africa and Asia. In the revised classification, Gazella contains ten species—three exclusively…
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…the red-fronted gazelle, and the Mongalla gazelle—have become the genus Eudorcas. The Gazella genus as traditionally defined includes eight species that occur only in Africa, five that occur only in Asia, and one species that occurs both in Africa and Asia. In the revised classification, Gazella contains ten species—three exclusively…
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